Invitation: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when asking someone to attend or participate in an event or activity, usually in a formal or polite manner.

• She sent me an invitation to her birthday party
• We received an invitation to the wedding

Used in legal or official contexts to demand someone’s presence, often carrying a connotation of authority or urgency.

• He received a court summons to testify
• The officer issued a summons for her appearance

Used when asking for something formally or politely, often in written or official form.

• We submitted a request for funding
• Can you please fulfill my request for information?

Used when contacting someone through the telephone, or requesting attention in a less formal manner.

• I need to make a call to my friend
• They gave me a call to confirm the appointment

Use this word when you want to formally or informally ask someone to attend an event, gathering, or meeting.

• I received an invitation to her birthday party.
• He sent me an invitation to join the networking event.

Apply this term when you are providing something to someone, often with a choice to accept or decline.

• She made an offer to help with the project.
• They extended a job offer to the candidate.

Use this word in formal settings for presenting plans, ideas, or suggestions, especially in business or academic contexts.

• The team submitted their proposal for the new software development.
• He received a marriage proposal during their vacation.

This word is best used when asking for something, typically in a formal manner, such as donations, support, or participation. Often has a negative connotation as it implies insistence or unwanted requests.

• The charity sent out solicitations for donations.
• There was a solicitation for volunteers at the community center.

Use when you are requesting someone's presence or participation in an event or activity.

• She sent an invitation to her friends for the party

Use when greeting someone who arrives, making them feel comfortable, or when expressing that something is appreciated.

• She felt a warm welcome from the host upon arriving at the event

Use when referring to the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers.

• Their hospitality made the visitors feel at home

Use when describing someone's willingness to talk about things openly or to consider new ideas.

• Her openness to new cultures made her travels much more enriching